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Online survey: How is the raw material and energy crisis impacting your business?
Rising raw material costs, supply chain disruptions, and ongoing energy challenges continue to put pressure on the paints and coatings industry. But how are these developments affecting your day-to-day...
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Lead in paint: A hidden threat in Bangladesh
Lead contamination in paint remains a serious public health issue in Bangladesh, with recent studies showing dangerously high levels in many decorative paints, though the government is now finalising a...
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“Frontiers in Wood Coatings 2026”: Call for papers open until April 26
The EC Conference “Frontiers in Wood Coatings 2026”, formerely known as PRA's Wood Coatings Congress is calling for papers. Submit your abstract until April 26 and be part of a leading platform for...
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Umicore opens innovation centre in Shanghai
Umicore has inaugurated a new innovation centre in Shanghai, China, strengthening its R&D capabilities in sustainable materials.
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Fluorene–Bithiophene fluorophore advances forensic and security ink applications
A novel fluorophore based on fluorene–bithiophene architecture enables high-resolution latent print visualization and multifunctional eco-friendly security inks with dual-mode anti-counterfeiting capabilities....
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Rakem Group and Organik Kimya extend partnership
The Rakem Group and Organik Kimya are continuing their partnership to offer water-based polymer emulsions for the British coatings, textiles and adhesives industry. The focus is on sustainable and low-carbon...
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Biesterfeld and Organik Kimya agree partnership in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
With immediate effect, Biesterfeld is distributing polymer solutions in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. These solutions optimise sustainable applications in construction chemicals and strengthen the...
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Graphene-based epoxy coatings push corrosion resistance limits for steel reinforcement
A comprehensive review highlights the advancements of graphene nanofillers in epoxy coatings, offering over 99 % corrosion resistance in chloride-rich environments. The study examines performance mechanisms,...
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Progress of fluorine-free water repellents for textiles: Industry and academia driving sustainability
A comprehensive review explores the transition from PFAS-based water repellents to fluorine-free alternatives, highlighting their performance, environmental impact, and future developments for sustainable...
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Research progress on lignin-based composite coatings for wood protection
A review explores the advantages, challenges, and optimisation strategies for lignin-based composite coatings, highlighting their potential as eco-friendly alternatives for wood protection.
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From brewery waste to biobased, circular packaging: BioSupPack drives innovation for EU sustainability
The EU-funded BioSupPack project has transformed brewery waste into high-performance bioplastics, offering sustainable packaging solutions and enabling compliance with the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste...
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Interview: “R&D will be a central lever”
San Marco Group President and CEO Pietro Geremia discusses the acquisition of Oikos, and how it aligns with the Group’s long-term vision for innovation, design, and environmental responsibility. Interview...
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Interview:“High-quality, bio-based raw materials are now available for powder coating production”
Powder coatings are already among the most environmentally friendly surface finishing options, but advancements in bio-based raw materials, recycled components, and mass-balanced approaches could take...
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Epoxy-carbon composite coatings for corrosion and fouling resistance
A review highlights the transformative impact of carbon-based nanomaterials on epoxy systems, enabling multifunctional, eco-friendly coatings with integrated corrosion and antifouling resistance.